Little Treasures Nursery

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2024-11-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Little Treasures Nursery is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Former Comminity Centre, Blue House Lane, Washington, NE37 2TE, in the Sunderland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Sunderland oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sunderland is 4.7 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
Address
Former Comminity Centre, Blue House Lane, Washington
Postcode
NE37 2TE
Local Authority
Sunderland
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
652400

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Little Treasures Nursery?

Little Treasures Nursery has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Sunderland.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Little Treasures Nursery last inspected?

Little Treasures Nursery was last inspected on 2024-11-22. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Little Treasures Nursery improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Little Treasures Nursery located?

Little Treasures Nursery is located at Former Comminity Centre, Blue House Lane, Washington , NE37 2TE, in the Sunderland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE37 postcode area.